Controller

About You:

Do you have the capacity to achieve much more than is being asked of you? Do you chew up problems and spit them out? Are you tired of being micromanaged? Do you want to stop wasting 5+ hours a week commuting? Are you looking for a workplace that values work-life balance? You are well organized and comfortable dealing with financial data. You are a natural at accounting and even complex concepts have always just "clicked". You are detail oriented and love solving problems. You also love a good process and even like creating them yourself You have experience leading teams and enjoy improving those around you. You would love a place where you can grow, interact with diverse clients, and have a say in leadership. You will work closely with a team of bookkeepers & accountants to ensure client financials are in order and that financial operations are working effectively and efficiently. You will be assisting the bookkeeping team with advanced issues and working with our fractional controller/CFOs on client solutions. You will have a high amount of autonomy, being able to create and manage your own schedule, tasks, and clients, all while working remotely.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Controller to oversee the financial operations of multiple clients. This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage a team of accountants while ensuring compliance with GAAP standards. The ideal candidate will have expertise in SAGE Intacct (implementation experience is a plus), QuickBooks Online, and project management.

Key Responsibilities:
Client & Team Management

• Serve as the primary financial advisor for multiple clients.
• Oversee and manage a team of accountants, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting and compliance.
• Provide problem-solving expertise, addressing complex financial challenges and streamlining processes.

Financial Oversight & GAAP Compliance

• Review and analyze financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements) in compliance with GAAP standards.
• Conduct month-end and year-end closings, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting.
• Implement and enforce internal controls to safeguard financial integrity.

Accounting Operations & Software Proficiency

• Manage and oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger functions.
• Leverage SAGE Intacct and QuickBooks Online for financial management, reporting, and process automation.
• Lead SAGE Intacct implementation projects, ensuring seamless integration and optimization of accounting processes (preferred but not required).

Project Management & Process Improvement

• Oversee accounting-related projects, ensuring milestones and deliverables are met on time.
• Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements, optimizing accounting workflows and reporting structures.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

This role is ideal for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, client-facing environment, is passionate about optimizing financial processes, and enjoys leading and mentoring a team. If you have the skills and experience to drive financial excellence across multiple clients, we encourage you to apply

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial or client-facing role.
• Proven experience managing multiple client accounts simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with SAGE Intacct (implementation experience is a plus) and QuickBooks Online.
• Excellent problem-solving and leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and develop a team.
• Strong project management skills, with experience leading financial initiatives and process improvements.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software.
• Exceptional English communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to present financial data clearly.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Ability to work effectively in a fully remote environment, maintaining high responsiveness and professionalism in client-facing interactions via video conferencing.

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